Named after the elegant English Ivy vines that adorn its gracefully aging walls, the Ivy cottage exudes timeless charm. Each room within Ivy features pine wood interiors, seamlessly blending old-world architectural allure with classic elegance. The cottage has 3 rooms: a master bedroom with an enchanting attic, a living room with its own delightful attic, and a double room with a bunk bed on the ground floor. At a ~600 m walk from the road, the cottage truly sits in the lap of nature. Indulge in the splendour of the Great Himalayas in the charming village of Letibunga in Mukteshwar. Our boutique stay is spread out in ~.5 acres with over 250 young native trees and features a family suite and three exquisite double rooms, providing a sumptuous sanctuary for up to 15 guests, including children. There are farms, trees, and village trails in the immediate neighbourhood. The property area is secluded from the nearest houses at ~100 m walk. Most of the houses in the near vicinity are of native folks who are very warm and welcoming. The property faces east with a wide open view of the upper Himalayan range on the north side. On a clear morning, the rising sun and the white peaks can be captured in one frame. Distance: The property is at ~7 hours drive from Delhi/Noida, and 9 hours from Lucknow. 2-2.5 hours uphill drive from Kathgodam railway station. Roads are wide, and remain clear during all seasons. During tourist seasons, sometimes traffic runs slow until Bhimtal. We can arrange for a local taxi if booked a day in advance. Fare to be paid directly to the driver. Parking: The parking spot is adjacent to the main road. A ~600m (12-15 min) village trail walk takes you to the property. First 100 m are the steepest: We can drop the needful guests in our car until that spot. From there it is ~200 m flat >> 50 m uphill, not very steep >> ~250m flat and down hill. Our team member/s will provide help with heavy luggage/s. We request our guests to extend their helping hands in carrying light items and luggages such as laptop bags, hand bags, bag-packs etc. Food: - Buffet breakfast is complimentary and includes sumptuous, filling items - For other meals, we offer food packages at an additional cost that guests can opt for once the booking is confirmed. The food incorporates a symphony of unique flavours and local delicacies. Prices: Buffet lunch & dinner @ INR 649 per person (V), INR 849 per person (NV) High tea @ INR 249 per person (V) - We request guests to confirm their food preferences from the shared food menu at least 1 day in advance for a delightfully smooth service. - A la carte is available only for snacks and picnic menu during limited time duration. Things to do: - Take an evening walk to the scenic and quiet Letibunga Primary school - Visit the Local village temple nestled in Oak (local name: banj) forest - Watch Himalayan birds closely while working or chilling in the balcony with the open view in the backdrop. - Give a helping hand to the locals in the farm fields and taste the hard work. - Take a guided trek through the scenic Letibunga Village to the waterfall down the hill and climb back through the forest. Extra charges apply and vary with different group sizes. - Go for a picnic at one of the best viewpoints of Letibunga. We will set up the tent for you, and get food items delivered to the picnic site. If the day is right, stay till dusk to see the moon rising while the clouds are painted in dramatic colors on the other side over the Mukteshwar hills. Charges: 1,000 INR exc food for group size of up to 4. Charges will vary with different group sizes. - Spend the evening in the common area, Kriti, over your favorite beverage. Have some fun time with friends and family playing board and card games. - Do a jamming session or record your own music in our common area- Kriti. We have got an acoustic guitar, ukulele, scarlet audio interface, and a mic. - Gather around the fire pit when it gets chilly and enjoy your favorite drinks together with hot snacks. Bonfire charges: INR 2000 (~2 hrs) for the big fireplace (suitable for big groups), INR 1000 (~2 hrs) for the 2 small ones - Enjoy scrumptious barbecue snacks (Food charges extra and can be selected from the barbecue menu) - Find the constellations and see the milky way while the crickets are chirping to break the silence of the night. Nearby tourist spots: - Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple and Chauli ki Jaali @ 8.7 km - Bhalugaad waterfall @15km - Bhimtal Lake @39 km - Nainital Lake @50km - Kainchi Dham/ Neem Karoli Baba Ashram @47km